Semiconductor Equipment & Process Engineer

Computer Task; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG seeks an experienced Semiconductor Equipment & Process Engineer for an ongoing contract in San Jose, CA. The role supports wafer processing, automated production equipment, and process optimization.

You will troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize equipment, collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams, and contribute to reliability improvements in highly automated environments. Strong English communication is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on semiconductor manufacturing and equipment experience.
• Experience in cleanroom environments.
• Knowledge of wafer processing, metrology, photolithography, deposition, etching, and/or dicing.
• Experience with PLC programming and robotics.
• Strong equipment maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with SMT/AOI or automated inspection equipment.
• Understanding of electronics, computer hardware, operating systems and networks.
• Programming experience with C++ and/or Python.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Visio, and MS Office.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and optimize semiconductor manufacturing equipment and automated systems.
• Support wafer processing including photolithography, thin-film deposition, wet etch, wafer metrology, and wafer dicing.
• Troubleshoot and configure robotics, PLCs, SMT, AOI, and automated inspection systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment qualification, calibration, and process optimization.
• Diagnose electrical, electronic, mechanical, computer, OS and networking issues.
• Develop and modify equipment-control and automation programs using C++ and Python.
• Create technical documentation, schematics, layouts, and equipment/process drawings using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Visio.
• Support equipment installation, integration, reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Support highly automated semiconductor and medical-device manufacturing environments.

Skills

Semiconductor equipment

Automation systems

PLC programming

Robotics

C++

Python

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Visio

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

CTG is seeking an experienced Semiconductor Equipment & Process Engineer for an ongoing contract opportunity with our client. This role supports semiconductor manufacturing, wafer processing, automated production equipment, equipment reliability, and process optimization.

Location: San Jose, CA
Duration: Ongoing Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, configure, and optimize semiconductor manufacturing equipment and automated production systems.
• Support wafer processing, including photolithography, thin-film deposition, wet etch, wafer metrology, and wafer dicing.
• Troubleshoot and configure robotics, PLCs, SMT, AOI, and automated inspection systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment qualification, calibration, and process optimization.
• Diagnose electrical, electronic, mechanical, computer, operating system, and networking issues.
• Develop and modify equipment-control and automation programs using C++ and Python.
• Create technical documentation, schematics, layouts, and equipment/process drawings using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Visio.
• Support equipment installation, integration, reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Support highly automated semiconductor and, as needed, medical-device manufacturing environments.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on semiconductor manufacturing and semiconductor equipment experience.
• Experience working in semiconductor cleanroom environments.
• Knowledge of wafer processing, wafer metrology, photolithography, thin-film deposition, wet etch, and/or wafer dicing.
• Experience with PLC programming/troubleshooting and robotics.
• Strong equipment maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with SMT/AOI or automated inspection equipment.
• Understanding of electronics, computer hardware, operating systems, and industrial networking.
• Programming experience with C++ and/or Python.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Visio, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• Laser technology experience.
• Semiconductor equipment/process integration experience.
• Experience supporting highly automated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with equipment reliability, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and hands-on semiconductor manufacturing experience may be considered.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $70.00 to $75.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.